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Y342 FOB

2001 Honda XL 650 V-y

Blue Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

70,339 mi
Last recorded70,339 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y21,613 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY342 FOB
MakeHonda
ModelXL 650 V-y
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 70,339 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 69,157 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front brake pads worn close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Sep 2023 69,121 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Front tyre perished, side wall cracked showing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Rear brake pads worn below legal limit (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front brake pads worn close to legal limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2022 67,917 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 67,083 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 66,400 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 64,674 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 62,159 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 62,159 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2017 59,354 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2016 56,604 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 55,110 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 54,809 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 May 2012 52,138 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 48,052 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar grips slightly loose

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2010 42,586 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 36,841 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 32,482 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 28,904 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 25,275 miles

How Reliable is the Honda XL 650 V-y?

Based on 712 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,647
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 6
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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Y342 FOB is a 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y in Blue with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 21,613 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda XL 650 V-y fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y342 FOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda XL 650 V-y typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Honda XL 650 V-y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y342 FOB registered?

Y342 FOB is a 2001 Honda XL 650 V-y, first registered on 23 June 2001.

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